Southern Belle Jubilee

Here’s a list of some of my family’s favorite Christmas movies that are kid friendly 🎄

1. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of Christmas amidst the commercialism of the season, leading him to discover the holiday’s deeper values with the help of his friends.

2. Elf (2003)
Raised as an elf at the North Pole, Buddy ventures to New York City to find his real father, spreading Christmas cheer and hilarity along the way.

3. Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2000)
Jim Carrey stars as the Grinch, who attempts to ruin Christmas for the Whos in Whoville but learns the holiday spirit goes beyond material gifts.

4. Home Alone (1990)
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation, and he must defend his home from two bumbling burglars.

5. The Santa Claus (1994)
After accidentally causing Santa’s fall from his roof, a man must take on the role of Santa Claus and fulfill the magical responsibilities of the job.

6. The Polar Express (2004)
A young boy embarks on a magical train ride to the North Pole, discovering the wonder of belief and the spirit of Christmas along the way.

7. Frosty the Snowman (1969)
Frosty, a snowman brought to life by a magic hat, must evade the clutches of a greedy magician while trying to find a way to the North Pole.

8. A Christmas Story (1983)
Set in the 1940s, young Ralphie Parker dreams of receiving a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, navigating the humorous challenges of childhood along the way.

9. The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
The Muppets bring a comedic twist to the classic Dickens tale, with Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit and Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge.

10. Lego Star Wars Holiday Special (2020)
In this animated adventure, Rey celebrates Life Day and learns about the importance of friendship and family in the galaxy far, far away.

11. Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983)
Disney’s beloved characters retell the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, with Mickey Mouse as Bob Cratchit and Scrooge McDuck as the miserly protagonist.

12. Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)
Rudolf, the reindeer with a shiny red nose, overcomes ridicule to save Christmas by leading Santa’s sleigh through a foggy night.

13. Santa Claus is Comin to Town (1970)
This animated tale reveals the origins of Santa Claus, illustrating how Kris Kringle becomes the beloved gift-giver known worldwide.

14. A Year without Santa Claus (1974)
Santa contemplates skipping Christmas due to a lack of holiday spirit, prompting two elves to embark on a mission to revive the joy of the season.

15. It’s a Very Muppet Christmas Movie (2002)
In this musical comedy, Kermit and the Muppets must save their beloved theater from being taken over by a greedy banker during the holiday season.

16. The Princess Switch (2018)
Two women who look identical switch places and discover love and adventure during the Christmas season, leading to unexpected holiday magic.

17. Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
A man claiming to be the real Santa Claus must prove his authenticity to a skeptical world in this heartwarming classic about belief and goodwill.

18. Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018)
This animated retelling of the classic story follows the Grinch as he schemes to steal Christmas from the Whos, only to discover the holiday spirit in the end.

19.Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (1999)
This anthology film features three heartwarming stories starring Mickey and friends, celebrating the true spirit of Christmas.

20. Noelle (2019)
Santa’s daughter, Noelle, must step up to save Christmas when her brother goes missing, leading to a delightful journey of self-discovery.

21. Disney’s A Christmas Carol (2009)
This animated adaptation of the classic tale features Jim Carrey as Scrooge, utilizing motion capture technology to bring the beloved story to life.

22. Santa Buddies (2009)
A group of talking puppies embarks on a quest to save Christmas by finding Santa’s missing magical collar and spreading holiday cheer.

23. Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas (1997)
Set during the original film’s storyline, Belle attempts to bring Christmas cheer to the castle, teaching the Beast the joys of the holiday season.

24. Santa Paws (2010)
A Christmas adventure follows Santa’s dog, Paws, who teams up with a group of children to save Christmas and spread goodwill.

25. I’ll Be Home for Christmas (1998)
A college student must race against time to make it home for Christmas dinner after being stranded in the desert, learning the value of family along the way.